2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2011 Mazda 3 and 2011 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda 3 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | 3 | CTS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |